Geology with a Year in Industry BSc

Geology holds the key to some of our most profound questions, from the origins of our planet to the root of countless physical processes and even the optimum conditions for life itself.

Study Geology with a Year in Industry at Royal Holloway, University of London and develop your understanding of the physical Earth and the dynamic processes that alter and change our environment.

This flexible programme includes a year in industry, during which you’ll gain experience in an industrial workplace and build valuable connections to take with you into your future career.

You’ll study in a dynamic department which is consistently rated among the UK’s top 10 (The Complete University Guide and The Guardian 2016). Our renowned research culture means that our teaching is informed by leading research, providing you with cutting-edge knowledge and active industry links.

The Department of Earth Sciences has a supportive, friendly and community-focussed approach and this is reflected in the consistently high satisfaction scores from our students. Participating in exciting fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas will develop your scientific understanding and practical hands-on experience.

Study this rewarding programme and you’ll be well equipped with a diverse transferrable skillset to make you a highly employable prospect in a range of industries. Our alumni have secured jobs in petroleum geology, geotechnical engineering and other related sectors, so let your passion for Geology lead you towards a fulfilling career.

Spend a year in industry and gain vital career experience while establishing valuable industry connections.

Benefit from a pioneering research culture, with 94% of Department of Earth Sciences research ranked world-leading or internationally excellent – no.2 in the UK. (Research Excellence Framework, 2014).

Graduate with a Geology degree from a department consistently ranked among the UK’s top 10 (The Complete University Guide and The Guardian 2016).

Enjoy extensive fieldwork opportunities in the UK and Europe.

Gain a practical skillset geared towards a career in Earth Sciences and other related fields.

Core modules

Year 1

Global Tectonics

In this module you will develop an understanding of the evolution of major features of current and past tectonic activity of the Earth. You will look at the current understanding of the Earth’s interior, considering its importance for both the kinematic and tectonic evolution of the planet. You will also explore how plate boundaries have formed, the dynamic processes involved, the types of data used to investigate these regions both onshore and offshore, and the importance of these processes to society.

Introductory Sedimentology

In this module you will develop an understanding of the surface processes and the mechanisms of weathering, transport and deposition. You will look at the classification of sediments and sedimentary rocks, and consider depositional facies analysis and interpretation of the paleoenvironment. You will also examine the use and interpretation of sedimentary logs, triangular diagrams, vector scales and granylometric data in analysing sedimentary rocks.

Igneous and Metamorphic Geology 1

In this module you will develop an understanding of crystallography, rock-forming minerals, their occurrence and textures in igneous and metamorphic rocks. You will look at igneous and metamorphic geology, volcanic and plutonic rocks, mineral identification, crystallisation, silicates, metamorphic rocks and textures. You will also examine the origin of chemical variation in volcanic rocks, metamorphic rocks and textures, and ore minerals.

Physics and Chemistry of the Earth

In this module you will develop an understanding of basic concepts in chemistry and physics and how to apply these to geological processes. You will look at atoms and atomic structure, the periodic table of elements, reactions, equations, geochemical analysis, the composition of the earth, interpretation of phase diagrams, solubility of minerals, weathering and the hydrological cycle. You will also consider Newton’s Laws, kinematics, circular motion, planetary orbits, gravity, magnetism, electricity, resistivity, stress, strain, seismicity, isostasy, radioactivity, and geochronology.

Earth Structures

In this module you will develop an understanding of the principles of structural geology and the interpretation of geological maps. You will look at large scale geological structures and learn how to recognise them on geological maps. You will consider how to interpret maps, recognise outcrop patterns, geological structures and geological relationships on maps, and how to draw cross sections. You will also examine smaller scale structures in hand specimen and outcrop, and analyse structural data in order to understand larger scale structural relationships.

Introductory Palaeontology

In this module you will develop an understanding of palaeobiology and palaeoecology. You will look at the the diagnostic characters of the major groups of fossils in the laboratory and field, and compare and contrast examples from the main categories of fossils, learning to differentiate between them. You will also examine the diversity of fossils and see how this can be applied in both stratigraphy and palaeoenvironmental analysis.

Scientific and Geological Field Skills

In this module you develop an understanding of the skills required to practice geology in the field, carrying out a series of activities in South Devon and Pembrokeshire. You will learn to describe and interpret the origin of sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks and how to prepare a geological map and cross-section using standard symbols. You will examine stereographic projections, sedimentary logging, the construction of stratigraphic columns for the identification of rocks, and the analysis of structural features using sterenets.

Year 2

Stratigraphy and the History of Life

In this module you will develop an understanding of the key events in the history of life and their environmental impact using the fossil and sedimentary record. You will analyse fossil assemblages using stratigraphic principles such as absolute dating, lithostratigraphy, biostratigraphy and sequence stratigraphy. You will consider how to interpret sedimentary rocks, and examine the importance of fossil assemblages in the interpretation of events in earth history.

Regional Geology

In this module you will develop an understanding of the geological evolution of the British Isles, interpreting regional geological history from geological maps. You will learn to describe rock specimens, and examine how palaeoenvironments can be reconstructed using case studies. You will also consider the application of stratigraphic techniques and use evidence from several different fields of geology to evaluate competing hypotheses for geological evolution.

Igneous and Metamorphic Geology 2

In this module you will further develop your understanding of igneous and metamorphic geology. You will look at the characteristics and origins of alkaline igneous rocks, the nature and controls on metamorphic reactions, and the links between metamorphism and tectonic processes. You will consider hand specimen and thin section techniques for study of minerals and igneous and metamorphic rocks, and examine analytical approaches to the interpretation of metamorphic rocks, including the quantification of metamorphic rates and processes.

Geochemistry

In this module you will develop an understanding of advanced chemical concepts relevant to the Earth Sciences. You will focus on isotope geochemistry and consider techniques that are directly applicable in most geological contexts. You will attend practical classes and conduct a small project involving the analysis and interpretation of a real geochemical dataset.

Advanced Scientific and Geological Field Skills

In this module you will develop advanced geological field skills. You will carry out a series of activities in an area of igneous and metamorphic rocks, and in an area of sedimentary rocks. You will learn to describe and interpret the origin of the rock types in the field and will prepare a geological map and cross-section using standard symbols. You will analyse structural features using stereonets, and infer the geological history of a region through the construction of scaled cross-sections through structurally complex terrains.

Year 3

This year will be spent on a work placement. Students are supported by their academic department and the Royal Holloway Careers and Employability Service to find a suitable placement. However, Royal Holloway cannot guarantee that all students who are accepted onto this degree programme will secure a placement, and the ultimate responsibility lies with the student. This year forms an integral part of the degree programme and students will be asked to complete assessed work. The mark for this work will count towards the degree.

Year 4

Advanced Concepts and Techniques in Geology

Independent Field Mapping

Optional modules

In addition to these mandatory course units there are a number of optional course units available during your degree studies. The following is a selection of optional course units that are likely to be available. Please note that although the College will keep changes to a minimum, new units may be offered or existing units may be withdrawn, for example, in response to a change in staff. Applicants will be informed if any significant changes need to be made.

Year 1

Environmental Issues

Introduction to Petroleum Geology

Year 2

Sedimentary Basin Analysis

Geohazards

Applied Geophysics

Computational Earth Sciences

Structural Analysis and Remote Sensing

Year 4

Marine Geology

Advanced Topics in Sedimentology

Aqueous Geology

Volcanology

Planetary Geology and Geophysics

Advanced Techniques in Tectonic and Structural Interpretation

Mineral Resources

Advanced Palaeontology

Teaching and learning is mostly by means of practical classes, which comprise 60% of the timetabled study time. Lectures are used to introduce material and provide a context for private study, while tutorials supplement and reinforce knowledge and understanding. Field and laboratory project work carried out as individuals or in teams are valuable opportunities for students to develop in-depth knowledge of specialist areas and help bring the syllabus to life.

Assessment is by a mixture of coursework and end-of-year examination in varying proportions, depending on the chosen course units. Coursework can include literature research reports, fieldwork and laboratory exercises and reports, oral presentations and independent dissertations. In the final year you will produce an independent geological map and write a research report with individual guidance from your tutor.

The first year is foundational and marks do not count towards your final degree. The second year, optional year abroad and final year marks do count, with the final year marks being more heavily weighted in order to reward progress and achievement.

International and EU entry requirements

European Baccalaureate

84% with at least 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.80% with at least 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.77% with at least 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Australia - Regional High School Certificate OR Queensland Senior Certificate

ATAR: 95 OR Queensland OP: 3 with high marks in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.ATAR: 90 OR Queensland OP: 4 with high marks in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.ATAR: 89 OR Queensland OP: 5 with high marks in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.com/Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Austria - Reifezeugnis OR Maturazeugnis

Average grade of 1 with a grade 1.5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements.Average grade of 1.5 with a grade 1.5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements.Average grade of 2 with a grade 1.5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Bangladesh - Bachelor degree studied for 2 years

GPA of 3.25 overall with at least grade 3.5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.GPA of 3.25 overall with at least grade 3.5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.GPA of 3.0 overall with at least grade 3.5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

8 out of 10 or 18 out of 20 with 9 or 19 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.8 out of 10 or 17 out of 20 with 9 or 19 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.7 out of 10 or 16 out of 20 with 8 or 18 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Bosnia and Herzegovina - Secondary School Leaving Diploma

Average grade of 4 with 4 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 4 with 4 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 4 with 4 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Bulgaria - Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie

Average grade of 5.7 with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 5.6 with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 5.5 with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Canada - Year 12 High School Graduation Diploma

Average of 87% from five grade 12 subjects (or six when taken in Quebec & Ontario) , including 85% in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of 86% from five grade 12 subjects (or six when taken in Quebec & Ontario) , including 85% in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of 85% from five grade 12 subjects (or six when taken in Quebec & Ontario) , including 85% in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

China - Senior High School Certificate is not acceptable.

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university with an average of 75%. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university with an average of 75%. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university with an average of 75%. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Croatia - Svjedodžba o Maturi

Overall grade of 5 including 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Overall grade of 5 including 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Overall grade of 5 including 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Cyprus (South) (Greek-Cypriot system) - Apolytirion

Average of 19 in Apolytirion and either AB at A-level or an average 17 in the Pancyprian exams. Subject specific requirements are listed above.Average of 18.5 in Apolytirion and either BB at A-level or an average of 16 in the Pancyprian exams. Subject specific requirements are listed above.Average of 18 in Apolytirion and either BB at A-level or an average 15 in the Pancyprian exams. Subject specific requirements are listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Cyprus (North) - Devlet lise Diplomasi

Average of Grade 9.0 in Devlet Lise Diplomasi with AA at A-level. Any A-level subject requirements are listed above.Average of Grade 8.0 in Devlet Lise Diplomasi with AA at A-level. Any A-level subject requirements are listed above.Average of Grade 8.0 in Devlet Lise Diplomasi with AB at A-level. Any A-level subject requirements are listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Czech Republic - Maturitni Zkouška/Maturita

Average grade of 1.5 with a grade of 1 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 1.8 with a grade of 1 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 2 with a grade of 1 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Average grade of 12 with 11 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 10 with 11 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 10 with 11 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Average grade of 5 in Gumnaasium Ioputunnistus and 90% in 3 State Exams in subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements. Where there are no subject specific requirements, State exams can be in any subject.Average grade of 4.5 in Gumnaasium Ioputunnistus and 80% in 3 State Exams in subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements. Where there are no subject specific requirements, State exams can be in any subject.Average grade of 4 in Gumnaasium Ioputunnistus and 70% in 3 State Exams in subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements. Where there are no subject specific requirements, State exams can be in any subject.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Finland - Ylioppilastutkinto OR Studentexamen

Please obtain grades EEMM with E in any of the subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Please obtain grades EMMM with E in any of the subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Please obtain grades EMMM with E in any of the subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

France - French Baccalauréat

Average grade of 14 with 14 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 13 with 14 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 13 with 14 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Ghana - SSCE/WASSCE (equiv to GCSE's NOT acceptable to entry to UK degree)

Not accepted. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Greece - Apolytirion

Average of 19 in Apolytirion and either AB at A-level or an average 17 in the Panhellenic exams. Subject specific requirements are listed above.Average of 18.5 in Apolytirion and either BB at A-level or an average of 16 in the Panhellenic exams. Subject specific requirements are listed above.Average of 18 in Apolytirion and either BB at A-level or an average 15 in the Panhellenic exams. Subject specific requirements are listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Hungary - Erettsegi OR Matura

Average of grade 5 and grade 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of grade 4.7 and grade 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of grade 4.5 and grade 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Iceland - Studentsprof (from Gymnasium)

Average score of 9, with 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average score of 8.5, with 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average score of 8, with 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

16/20 or 80%, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.16/20 or 80%, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.16/20 or 80%, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Israel - Bagrut (Matriculation) or Mechina

8/10 with at least 8 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above. 8/10 with at least 8 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above. 8/10 with at least 8 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above. We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Italy - Esame di Stato

Average of 90 and 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of 90 and 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of 85 and 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Japan - 高等学校卒業証書 (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate)

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Kenya - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

4 with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.4 with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.4 with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Not accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comNot accepted. We will consider applicants with first year of university. Our partner Foundation course provider may be able to help. For more information please view - www.rhulisc.comWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Latvia - Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu

Average of grade 9.5 and 9.5 in State Examinations in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of grade 9.0 and 9.5 in State Examinations in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of grade 8.5 and 9.5 in State Examinations in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Liechenstein - Matura

Average of 5 with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of 5 with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of 5 with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Average of grade 9.5 and 9.5 in State Examinations in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of grade 9.0 and 9.5 in State Examinations in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average of grade 8.5 and 9.5 in State Examinations in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Luxembourg - Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires

Average grade of 48 overall, with 48 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 44 overall, with 48 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 40 overall, with 48 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

5.0 with a 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level grade A and a 4 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level grade B4.8 with a 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level grade A and a 4 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level grade B4.5 with a 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level grade A and a 4 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level grade BWe are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

STPM - As GCE A-Level requirements on a grade and subject for subject basis. UEC - 5 subjects with an average of 80% or A overall. Subject specific requirements are listed above.STPM - As GCE A-Level requirements on a grade and subject for subject basis. UEC - 5 subjects with an average of 80% or A overall. Subject specific requirements are listed above.STPM - As GCE A-Level requirements on a grade and subject for subject basis. UEC - 5 subjects with an average of 80% or A overall. Subject specific requirements are listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Netherlands - Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO)

Average grade of 8 with 7 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 8 with 7 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 7 with 7 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Excellence overall from three subjects at NCEA level 3, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Excellence overall from three subjects at NCEA level 3, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Excellence overall from three subjects at NCEA level 3, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Nigeria

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Oman

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Pakistan

Requires successful completion of Bachelors degree from a Pakistan University, or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires successful completion of Bachelors degree from a Pakistan University, or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires successful completion of Bachelors degree from a Pakistan University, or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Poland - Swiadectwo Dojrzalosci OR Matura

80% overall including 80% in three extended level subjects and 80% any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.75% overall including 75% in three extended level subjects and 80% any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.75% overall including 70% in three extended level subjects and 80% any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Portugal - Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários

Overall grade of 18 with a minimum of 18,18,18 in 3 subjects, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Overall grade of 17 with a minimum of 18,18,17 in 3 subjects, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Overall grade of 17 with a minimum of 18,17,17 in 3 subjects, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Qatar

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Romania - Diploma de Bacalaureat

Average grade of 9 with 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Average grade of 8 with 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Average grade of 8 with 9 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Russia

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Serbia & Montenegro (Yugoslavia) - Secondary School Leaving Diploma

Overall average grade of 5, with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Overall average grade of 4.5, with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Overall average grade of 4.5, with 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Saudi Arabia

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

AAA including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above OR B or GPA 3.0 in relevant subject area in Polytechnic Diploma.AAB including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above OR B or GPA 3.0 in relevant subject area in Polytechnic Diploma.ABB including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above OR B or GPA 3.0 in relevant subject area in Polytechnic Diploma.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Slovakia - Maturitná Skúška/Maturita

Please obtain 1.5 overall with 1.5 in any of the subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Please obtain 1.5 overall with 1.5 in any of the subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Please obtain 2 overall with 1.5 in any of the subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Slovenia - Matura/Secondary School-Leaving Diploma/Technical Matura

Average grade of 5 overall with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Average grade of 4 overall with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Average grade of 4 overall with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Grades 776666 in at least 7 subjects at Higher Grade, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Grades 776666 in at least 7 subjects at Higher Grade, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.Grades 776666 in at least 7 subjects at Higher Grade, including any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements listed above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

South Korea

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Average grade of 19 overall with at least A in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 18.5 overall with at least A in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 18 overall with at least A in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Maturitatzeugnis/Certificate de Maturite/Attestato de Maturito

4.5 with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.4.5 with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.4.5 with at least 5 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above. We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Tanzania

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Taiwan

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Thailand

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Average grade of 80% in the final 2 years with at least 80% in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 75% in the final 2 years with at least 80% in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Average grade of 70% in the final 2 years with at least 80% in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Ukraine

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry..Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry..Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry..We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

United Arab Emirates

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

USA - SAT or ACT or AP or a combination of SAT and AP (Group A Subjects)

5 in two relevant AP subjects. For US applicants who have not taken APs, have at least 600 in Reading & Writing and Maths and have 666 in the Essay PLUS a score of 650 in two SAT II tests OR ACT with grade 27 overall.4 in two relevant AP subjects. For US applicants who have not taken APs, have at least 600 in Reading & Writing and Maths and have 666 in the Essay PLUS a score of 600 in two SAT II tests OR ACT with grade 27 overall.4 in two relevant AP subjects. For US applicants who have not taken APs, have at least 600 in Reading & Writing and Maths and have 666 in the Essay PLUS a score of 600 in two SAT II tests OR ACT with grade 27 overall.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Vietnam

Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.Requires first year of University completed or A-Levels, IB, or Foundation course for university entry.We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

Caribbean Advanced Proficency Examination (CAPE)

Acceptable at the two-unit level with grades 1 1 1 with at least 1 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Acceptable at the two-unit level with grades 1 1 2 with at least 1 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above.Acceptable at the two-unit level with grades 1 2 2 with at least 1 in any subjects specified in GCE A-level entry requirements shown above. We are currently updating entry requirements specific to your country. Please check back or contact royalhollowayinternational AT rhul.ac.uk / Tel: +44 (0)1784 276629 for further information.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall and minimum of 5.5 in each subscore. For equivalencies please see here

For more information about entry requirements for your country please visit our International pages. For international students who do not meet the direct entry requirements, we offer an International Foundation Year, run by Study Group at the Royal Holloway International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, students can progress on to selected undergraduate degree programmes at Royal Holloway, University of London.

Studying Geology with a Year in Industry at Royal Holloway will equip you with a diverse skillset to take into your career or further postgraduate study, as well as providing you with invaluable workplace experience and professional connections.

The Department retains excellent industry connections, with representatives regularly visiting the campus to provide careers opportunities for current students. All of our Earth Sciences programmes are accredited by the Geological Society, providing graduates with qualifications recognised and respected by employers in a variety of fields.

Our alumni have secured careers in sectors including environmental consultancy, geoscience and petroleum geology, among others.

Gain invaluable workplace experience and make professional connections during your year in industry.

Jobs fairs, skills workshops and visits from industry representatives provide students with excellent career opportunities.

90% of graduates in work or further education within six months of graduating.

Home and EU students tuition fee per year 2017/18*: £9,250

International students tuition fee per year 2017/18**: £15,600

Other essential costs***: £120

Costs incurred by students while on a Year in Industry / Business will vary depending on the nature and location of the placement. For further information please contact the Department of Earth Sciences.

*Tuition fees for UK and EU nationals starting a degree in the academic year 2017/18 will be £9,250 for that year. This amount is subject to the UK Parliament approving a change to fee and loan regulations that has been proposed by the UK Government. In the future, should the proposed changes to fee and loan regulations allow it, Royal Holloway reserves the right to increase tuition fees for UK and EU nationals annually. If relevant UK legislation continues to permit it, Royal Holloway will maintain parity between the tuition fees charged to UK and EU students for the duration of their degree studies.

**Royal Holloway reserves the right to increase tuition fees for international fee paying students annually. Tuition fees are unlikely to rise more than 5 per cent each year. For further information on tuition fees please see Royal Holloway’s Terms & Conditions.

***These estimated costs relate to studying this particular degree programme at Royal Holloway. Costs, such as accommodation, food, books and other learning materials and printing etc., have not been included.